Overall score
Bardwell Valley
47.3/100
Wolli Creek
60.1/100
Bardwell Valley vs Wolli Creek, NSW suburb comparison
Bardwell Valley for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bardwell ValleyWolli Creek
Crime rate
Bardwell Valley
26.5 / 1k
Wolli Creek
55.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bardwell Valley
24
Wolli Creek
167
Population
Bardwell Valley
2,344
Wolli Creek
10,654
Metric leadBardwell Valley 3Wolli Creek 71 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for investmentBardwell Valley
- Best for best valueBardwell Valley
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Bardwell Valley | Wolli Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.3/100 | 60.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.9/100 | 16.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 26.5 / 1k | 55.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 16 |
| Walkability | 22.5/100 | 94.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 24 | 167 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 3 |
| Population | 2,344 | 10,654 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Bardwell Valley is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, while Wolli Creek is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Bardwell Valley sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Wolli Creek is closer to the city centre.
Bardwell Valley tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Wolli Creek stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Bardwell Valley, while Wolli Creek remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.